Manchester United and England legend Wayne Rooney has launched a scathing attack on Mohamed Salah, calling for “The Egyptian King” to face severe disciplinary action following his recent comments regarding Liverpool manager Arne Slot.
The controversy erupted after Salah criticized Liverpool’s performance against Aston Villa and sent a cryptic message to fans, implying that Arne Slot’s tactics were the root of the problem. Reports suggest the Dutch manager is furious and considering benching the star for the season finale.
“His Legs Can’t Handle It Anymore”
Rooney did not hold back in his assessment of Salah’s current physical state compared to the previous era under Jürgen Klopp:
“He wants to play Klopp’s style. Well, I don’t think Mohamed Salah is capable of dealing with that kind of football anymore. I think his legs can no longer handle that high pace and intensity.”
Rooney further urged Slot to take a hardline stance:
“If I were Arne Slot, I wouldn’t let him anywhere near the pitch for the final game.”
A Ferguson Parallel
Drawing from his own storied career, Rooney recalled a similar clash with Sir Alex Ferguson:
“I had a similar experience with Alex Ferguson. we had a disagreement, and in his final match at Old Trafford, he dropped me from the squad for that very reason.”
The Impact on the Locker Room
Rooney concluded by stating that Salah has “dropped a bomb” on the team, questioning Slot’s coaching abilities and leaving his teammates to deal with the fallout just as he prepares to leave the club.
Liverpool will face Brentford this Sunday at Anfield in the Premier League season finale. While it is expected to be Salah’s farewell match, Rooney’s comments have added intense pressure on whether the winger will actually feature.
